ARTHRITIS & PHYSICAL THERAPY
Regardlessof thecauseofarthritis,physical therapyplaysamajor role in the treatment of arthritis symptoms and should be tried first, before more aggressive procedures such as surgery. While maintainingahealthyweight,exerciseandagooddiethelp,surgical interventionmayeventuallybeneeded.However,physical therapy hasbeenshown tobeanexcellentway toprepareandrecoverafter a total knee or hip replacement. It is very common for the muscles that support the knee, hip, and low back to become weakened from inactivity. Through targeted easy to do exercises, we help your muscles regain their strength, providinggreatersupport to the joints,andreducing inflammation. Furthermore, by improving balance and coordination, especially to the knee and hip joints, the abnormal strain on the joints is relieved, and safety is improved to reduce risk of further injury. If you or a loved one suffers from arthritis, you have options. The first step is to contact one of our therapists today, and ask about ongoing physical therapy treatment to restore mobility, comfort and quality of life. See how we can help your joints feel better and move better!
You can find relief from your arthritis pain. Call us today at (917) 763-7825 or visit www.recoverypt.com. We can help you live your life again, pain-free!
WHAT OUR PATIENTS SAY SUCCESS STORIES Ihadagreatexperience withRecoveryPhysical Therapy. Everyone
Excellent physical therapy! I went in for really bad knee pains
was so nice and accommodating. I’ve been having knee troubles for awhilenow,notmanydoctorsknew why, and I have seen other physical therapists, but physical therapy at RPThasby farbeenmy favoriteand mostbeneficial.Icannotrecommend themmore!”
that I have been having for years. My therapisthelpedme feelbetter and was also very informative on what stretches I could do everyday to keep from having these pains again. I strongly recommend RecoveryPhysicalTherapy.They’re very friendlyandalwayshavea fun and positive environment. ”
– B. K.
– A. N.
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